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The Mellon Centre for Migration Studies is a research library which collects material relating to th

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📢 CUSTOMER NOTICE - Winter Opening Hours 📢
Libraries NI’s Winter Opening Hours across the network of libraries will take effect from Tuesday 1 September 2026. MELLON CENTRE FOR MIGRATION STUDIES
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 10:00am - 12:30pm / 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am – 12:30pm / 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am – 12:30pm / 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Friday: 10:00am – 12:30pm / 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

The Mellon Centre for Migration Studies is a research library which collects material relating to the history of the peoples of Ireland worldwide. Visitors will have access to a reference collection of over 17,000 volumes, journals, maps, newspapers, computers and the Centre's Irish Emigration Database, which is now available online. Part of Libraries NI, the library is located at the Ulster American Folk Park which is part of the National Museums of Northern Ireland. We work closely with the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland,
Queen’s University Belfast, the Ulster University and the Ulster Historical Foundation. For more information please visit our website
http://www.qub.ac.uk/cms/

02/11/2026

We're recruiting Lead Library Managers! 💼

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for delivering excellent customer service and making a difference in your community?

Libraries NI is recruiting five Lead Library Managers to help lead our teams and shape the future of public library services across Northern Ireland.
Locations:
📍 Magherafelt Library
📍 Ormeau Road Library

💰 Salary: £32,597–£36,362 (under review)
ℹ️ Permanent, full-time positions
🗓️ Closing date: 16 November 2026

If you have experience in managing people, delivering high-quality services and engaging with communities, we'd love to hear from you.
Find out more and apply 👉 https://orlo.uk/xfNDz

02/11/2026

Some conversations are harder to start than others.

From 16–20 November, Let’s Talk About… Death, Dying and Grief returns to Libraries NI with a week of free events exploring how we understand, experience and talk about death and grief.

Through history, storytelling, folklore, creativity and support, this year’s programme looks at everything from the Irish wake and medieval burial to memorial cards, baby loss and our changing understanding of grief. Events will take place in libraries and online.

All events are free - Explore the programme and book your place 👉 https://orlo.uk/CzEKd

25/10/2026

Clocks may have gone back this morning but longer evenings mean one thing: More time to read! 📖

Download eBooks and eAudiobooks from Libby with your Libraries NI membership - Available in minutes from our website or app, straight to your mobile device 📱

21/10/2026

Today's and libraries have something for everyone! ☺️

Roberta is part of a Reading Group in Comber Library and loves discussing books she may not have picked for herself - Watch now and then visit our website to find a group near you! 💜

19/10/2026

Book Week NI starts today! 🤩

For the next seven days, libraries across Northern Ireland will be filled with books, writers, readers, conversations and activities.

There’s lots to experience – in our libraries, online and right here on our social channels as we share what’s happening throughout the week.

Take a look at the programme, see what catches your eye and come and be part of it!

Explore Book Week NI 👉 https://orlo.uk/HANRM

16/10/2026

Have Your Say on the future of public libraries. 📢

The Department for Communities has launched a consultation on a new Policy for Public Libraries, and we’re encouraging our customers and stakeholders to take part. The consultation is an opportunity to share your views and experiences of public library services in Northern Ireland.

Find out more and take part 👉 https://orlo.uk/1c62d

Communities NI

16/10/2026

Three days to go. 🤩

On Monday, Book Week NI begins!

Libraries across Northern Ireland are getting ready for seven days of books, writers, conversations, activities and plenty of reading.
If you haven't made your plans yet, there's still time. See the full programme 👉 [Link]

15/10/2026

What happens when history meets imagination? Join acclaimed author Martina Devlin at Omagh Library as she discusses her latest novel, Glorious Monsters, with award-winning crime writer Brian McGilloway. 📖

Inspired by Mary Shelley, Percy Shelley, Claire Clairmont and their extraordinary circle, this promises to be a fascinating conversation about the real lives, complicated relationships and remarkable stories behind the novel. This event is part of a programme of events to celebrate !

📍 Omagh Library
🗓️ Tuesday 20 October
⏰ 6:30pm
Booking essential – ☎️ 028 8244 0733

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of Ireland's acclaimed storytellers! 🙌

14/10/2026

Jamie Smart, live in your classroom! 🤩

No travel required – primary school classes across Northern Ireland can join us via Zoom for an exclusive, interactive Book Week NI event with bestselling author and illustrator Jamie Smart.

If your pupils are fans of Bunny vs Monkey, Looshkin or simply love funny stories, brilliant characters and drawing, this is one Book Week NI event they won’t want to miss.

Suitable for pupils aged 7–11. Friday 23 October via Zoom 🙌

Teachers – reserve your school place now 👉
https://orlo.uk/6KeSa

13/10/2026

What do you love about your library? 😍

Maybe it's the books.
The people who know exactly what to recommend next.
A group you've become part of.
Somewhere to bring the children.
A quiet hour with a newspaper.
Or something completely different.

On Wednesday 21 October, we're celebrating Love Your Library Day across all 96 Libraries NI libraries – and we'd love you to be part of it. 💜

Look out for more details in your local library and across our social channels during Book Week NI! 📚

Address

2 Mellon Road
Omagh
BT785QU

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 12:30pm
	1pm - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 12:30pm
	1pm - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 12:30pm
	1pm - 4pm
Friday	10am - 12:30pm
	1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+442882256315

Website

https://www.librariesni.org.uk/libraries/county-tyrone/mellon-centre-for-migration-studies/, https://tinyurl.com/LNISMUs

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